Police searching for men accused of pistol-whipping spa worker during apparent robbery
The incident took place at the Sky Spa along Library Road in the city's Overbrook neighborhood.
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The incident took place at the Sky Spa along Library Road in the city's Overbrook neighborhood.
Police said Vavrek wandered from his home in South Side Slopes on Saturday and has not been seen since.
The moves come as the department deals with shuffling personnel to better cover the city around the clock.
The police union filed a grievance over the Jim Rogers case and the recent release of body camera footage.
Police say 3 to 5 men broke into a home along Orchard Place just before 12:30 a.m.
Police say a nearby convenience store was hit by gunfire as well.
Police say 7 people broke into a home along Oakdene Street around 5:00 p.m. on Monday.
Pittsburgh Police announced the approval of an arrest warrant for the suspect in a hit and run that put a 4-year-old in the hospital.
Chief Scirotto and other organizers say they hope to work together on making Pittsburgh safer and more inclusive.
Police say the gun was legally owned and no charges are expected to be filed.
"This is so disheartening," said Carmen Brown, a community member who watched the video on Wednesday.
Police say the area was deemed safe after a thorough search.
A woman was hit around 3 a.m. on the West End Bridge.
Police say 55-year-old William Posey was taken to the Allegheny County Jail.
Jim Rogers' attorney obtained a court order to release the video showing in graphic detail the event leading up to his death.
Police say they will be using surveillance video from the store to help identify a suspect.
Two teenagers were found shot just after 10 p.m. on Fairywood Street.
Quentin Primus was found guilty this week in the murder of an 18-year-old in 2022.
A man was shot and killed by Pittsburgh police in the South Side Slopes on Wednesday.
As the suspect was being taken into custody, he assaulted two officers.
Pittsburgh police arrested a 17-year-old after he allegedly stole a tip jar from a Beechview business, fired a gun, and led officers on a lengthy chase Saturday afternoon.
After six-plus months of this new approach, Pittsburgh Police Chief Larry Scirotto said he's happy.
Pittsburgh Police Chief Larry Scirotto said the new push to keep the South Side is working.
Pittsburgh emergency responders were dispatched just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday to the 2300 block of Wilner Drive for a reported domestic situation.
Pittsburgh emergency responders were dispatched just before 7:30 p.m. Sunday to the 2300 block of Wilner Drive for a reported domestic situation.
A scratch-off ticket with a jackpot worth $1 million was sold in Evans City.
Investigators determined that a duplex fire that displaced two families was set intentionally.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Storms are possible on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning in Pittsburgh, and it could include high winds, hail, and the potential for tornadoes.
A shooting on Penn Avenue early on Tuesday morning sent two men to the hospital.
A scratch-off ticket with a jackpot worth $1 million was sold in Evans City.
Investigators determined that a duplex fire that displaced two families was set intentionally.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Storms are possible on Tuesday night into Wednesday morning in Pittsburgh, and it could include high winds, hail, and the potential for tornadoes.
A shooting on Penn Avenue early on Tuesday morning sent two men to the hospital.
Gas prices, inflation weigh on Americans. Many see lack of clarity on what's happening in Iran.
Gambling addiction is impacting more young people, so much so that state lawmakers are calling it an epidemic.
President Trump is in Beijing meeting with China's President Xi Jinping, with the two leaders aiming to stabilize their trading relationship after last year's trade war.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Live updating West Virginia primary election results for May 12, 2026.
The Allegheny County Health Department has issued a consumer alert for Prantl's Bakery in Shadyside, saying an inspection found pest droppings.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
Gas across the country continues to climb.
Two food items sold at Giant Eagle have been voluntarily recalled due to separate contamination risks.
Etiquette expert Liz Aquino walks us through graduation season.
A new hands-free law is going into effect in Pennsylvania, and it could cost you.
Daisy visits the historic Saint Vincent Gristmill.
The Strawberry Jell-O Pretzel Salad Stand-Off made its return on Saturday. And after a heated, yet sweet, deliberation, the people's choice award winner was crowned.
PTL hosts Heather Abraham and David Highfield discuss Pittsburgh culture, trending news and social media, food, sports, and more.
A Bethel Park homeowner says he's out thousands of dollars after hiring a contractor to replace his front porch.
It's been nearly eight years since Rachael DelTondo was shot and killed in the driveway of her parents' home in Aliquippa.
An artist in Pittsburgh said the Steel City clothing company used his artwork without his permission.
Alcosan's multi-billion-dollar construction project to clean up the rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania is already over budget.
Pennsylvania prisons now give suboxone to thousands of inmates, with thousands more on the waiting list.
Temperatures could reach into the 90s this week in Pittsburgh, and that impacts everything, including your sleep.
Frontline healthcare workers at Butler Memorial Hospital overwhelmingly approved their first union contract on Friday.
A western Pennsylvania dad went from wondering what a spot on his leg was to learning he has an extremely rare skin cancer.
The Allegheny County Health Department wants to require all employers in the county to give their employees paid parental leave.
Allegheny Health Network is putting out a warning about a new social media trend.
Aaron Rodgers didn't waste time getting back to work with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Western Pennsylvania has historically been a hotbed for producing talent that succeeds in the NFL.
Bryce Harper hit a home run off ace Paul Skenes to lead the Phillies to a 6-0 win over the Pirates and a sweep of the three-game series.
The Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers have agreed to terms on a one-year contract, according to reports.
Napoleon Solo hustled to first place at the 151st running of the Preakness Stakes on Saturday, coming out on top against 13 other horses.
A popular Washington County farm won't be offering pick-your-own peaches this year.
If you're about to throw out all of those old documents while spring cleaning, there are some you should hold onto.
The hole left behind by Spirit will hit businesses and rental companies within Arnold Palmer Regional Airport.
The bar served its final pints Sunday night after 43 years in Oakland, near the heart of Pitt's campus.
Arnold Palmer Regional Airport officials are confident they'll be able to replace Spirit Airlines after the airline shut down early Saturday morning.
The tour, celebrating the 30th anniversary of their biggest album, will stop in Pittsburgh on October 6.
The country music superstar will be performing at 1846 Farms in September.
The exhibit transforms historic industrial and historical paintings into a multi-projection animated experience.
Country music star Lainey Wilson and former Steelers quarterback Devlin "Duck" Hodges tied the knot in a lavish Tennessee wedding.
Riverlife will reopen its free-to-access barge platform, Shore Thing, later this month.
A 4-year-old boy is dead after he was hit by a vehicle in Pittsburgh's Upper Hill neighborhood on Monday evening. KDKA's Jessica Riley has the latest details.
Voters will head to the polls in Pennsylvania today in the primary elections. KDKA's Megan Shinn has the information voters need to know before casting their ballots.
Anthony Mohamed of Pittsburgh has been charged, and is wanted by police, for intentionally setting fire to a New Kensington duplex earlier this year.
A man was hospitalized after he was shocked while working on a house in Pittsburgh's Greenfield neighborhood.
Get the latest weather updates with meteorologist Ron Smiley’s forecast!
Mike Tomlin stepped down as head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers after 19 seasons with the team.
Pitt's regular season has ended with an 8-4 record.
Pitt's five-game winning streak came to an end with a 37-15 loss to Notre Dame.
Mason Heintschel set a new Pitt freshman single-game passing record in the Pitt win at Acrisure Stadium.
The 44th annual KDKA-TV Turkey Fund will help our neighbors in need have a nice meal for Thanksgiving.
